Geography of Houston
Geography of Houston: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Houston
Harris County is 0 mi to the north, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is 141 mi to the west, Austin is 146 mi to the west and Travis County is 146 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 29°45′37.4″N 95°22′11.3″W (29.7604, -95.3698)
Quick facts about Houston
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Texas |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 29°45′37.4″N 95°22′11.3″W (29.7604, -95.3698) |
| Population | 2.300.000 |
| Known for | Space Center and global food scene |
| Local time | 11:24 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | February, March, August, September, October and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by airport in Houston
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Summary
Houston is a city in Texas. Houston is known for Space Center and global food scene. It has a population of about 2.3 million.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Houston with clear. It feels like 87°F. Today runs from 78°F to 99°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Houston is February, March, August, September, October and November. The climate is temperate. January, May and July tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 95°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 43°F.
The closest major airport is George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), about 16 mi away. Nearby highlights include Enchanted Rock State Natural Area.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 99°F is 4.5°F above the 95°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Houston today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Houston month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60° | 43° | 6,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 70° | 52° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 77° | 59° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 80° | 65° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 85° | 70° | 12,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 89° | 76° | 9,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 91° | 76° | 10,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 95° | 78° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 90° | 74° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 84° | 66° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 74° | 57° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 67° | 51° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Houston?
Houston is a city in Texas. Its coordinates are 29.7604, -95.3698. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Houston right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with clear. Humidity is 68% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Houston?
February, March, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Houston, which has a temperate climate. January, May and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Houston in?
Houston observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 11:24 PM.
How many people live in Houston?
Houston has a population of approximately 2.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to Houston?
The closest airports are George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), 16 mi away, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), 141 mi away and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), 238 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Houston?
Popular options include Enchanted Rock State Natural Area.
What places are in Houston?
Houston covers 1 places in this atlas, including George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 11:24 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
